Licence hearing in August
Media release

JOY Melbourne has welcomed the announcement by the Australian Broadcasting Authority that they will hold public hearings from August 13th, 2001.

Carol Wilkinson, President of JOY Melbourne said, "This is fantastic news, this indicates that the licence allocation process is moving forward."

JOY Melbourne, along with the other community aspirant radio stations, will have the opportunity to present its case to the ABA, and answer questions.
Paul & Jacqui in the Joy studio

Carol said that JOY has presented a strong case in its formal application to the ABA and that the gay and lesbian community of Melbourne needs and supports its own community based radio station.

Carol also called on the community to further demonstrate its support.  Carol said, "Membership, is a key way we can show the ABA that we have the communities support.  Membership demonstrates an individual's commitment to JOY and support for a full time licence".

In the lead up to the public hearings, JOY will continue to broadcast on 90.7FM four days a week, Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday through to the 28th of August 2001.

Membership information is available by calling 969 00 907.


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